What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adventure Counselor - YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir position at Treasure Valley Family YMCA?
Description
At the Y, we believe children discover themselves through interactions with others and having the freedom to explore. YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir immerses children in a community where making friends is natural, exploring new interests is encouraged, and discovering inner strength is guaranteed. YMCA Camp teaches self-reliance, instills a love for nature and the outdoors, and builds character and leadership-all amidst the fun of campfires, canoeing, archery, friends, zip-lining, paddleboarding, mentorships, ropes course, and so much more. YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir is positively the best way to change a child's life.
Our YMCA Camp Horsethief Reservoir is ACA-Accredited. This means that the American Camping Association, the only national accrediting body for camps of all types, has ensured that the YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir meets the accreditation standards for health, safety and risk management. ACA accreditation provides public evidence of a camp's commitment to the well-being of campers and staff.
The Adventure Counselor is responsible for implementing programs and experiences for youth in a small group setting while living =in an outdoor primitive camp setting. They will also be responsible for the general safety and development, growth, and skill achievement of the participants in their group.
Responsibilities :
- Develop intentional relationships with parents and campers that result in campers having fun and making new friends.
- Create an environment that fosters safety through the education of campers using the Y voice attributes and by role modeling safe behavior.
- Implement the established curriculum that achieves the five Cause Measurements goals.
- Effectively communicate with campers, parents, and leadership using the Y voice attributes and providing feedback when necessary.
- Resolve camper and parent concerns and issues. Follow appropriate incident response procedures.
- Monitor and ensure safety of participants, staff and volunteers in a primitive outdoor camp setting.
- Provide leadership through role modeling youth in a variety of outdoor living skills, under all weather conditions.
- Keep equipment and storage areas clean and organized at all times in addition to educating and holding campers responsible for maintaining equipment in use.
Qualifications :
Schedule :
This is a seasonal position from June 1, 2025, through August 9, 2025. Typical camp schedule for each session will be Sunday - Friday but occasional Saturdays will be required. All camp staff receives at least 24-hour time off period every 7 days between sessions, as well as scheduled time off each day during sessions. Must be able to live at YMCA camp facilities in Cascade, Idaho during program delivery times.
Welcoming and Inclusion :
At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people-regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.
How To Apply :
External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact jobs@ymcatvidaho.org. All current and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.
